Isoconazole

Uses of Isoconazole

Isoconazole is commonly used in the treatment of Fungal Skin Infection and Fungal Infections Of Vagina.

How Isoconazole Works

Isoconazole is an antifungal agent which is able to destroy fungal cell membrane, in turn causing the death of fungal cells.

Side Effects of Isoconazole

Skin burning, Skin itching, Overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms

Warnings

Kidney Safe If Prescribed

Isoconazole is safe to be used in patients with kidney impairment.

Alcohol Safe

There is no known interaction between alcohol and topical Isoconazole when used concomitantly.

Pregnancy Not Safe

There are limited data on the use of Isoconazole in pregnant women. Thus, caution use has to be practised during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor.

Driving Generally Safe

Isoconazole usually does not affect the ability to drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.

Liver Limited Data

Isoconazole is safe to be used in patients with liver impairment.

Lactation Limited Data

Excretion of Isoconazole is unknown in human breast milk. Thus, caution use has to be practised and avoid applying topical Isoconazole at the breast area while breastfeeding.

Written by , MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)

Reviewed by Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli, MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).